2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru WX 01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru WX 01 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 75 more horse power than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru WX 01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 128 kg more than 2001 Subaru WX 01. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru WX 01 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, 2001 Subaru WX 01 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, 2008 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru WX 01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | DTS | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
