2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 5 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DTS | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
