2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 278 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano. 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Murano | DTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
