2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS

To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 366 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda CR-V 2010 Cadillac DTS
Make Honda Cadillac
Model CR-V DTS
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 156 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1818 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 5273 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1463 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2936 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.3 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 68 L


 

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