2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 6 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, 2012 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | DTS | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
