2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1212 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, both vehicles can yield 391 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DTS | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 108 L |
