2008 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 2 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, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2006 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | MDX | DTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
