2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 112 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac DTS | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | DTS | CC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |