2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 7 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (198 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX.
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 (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | DTS | ILX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |