2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 202 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | DTS | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |