2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue 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 148 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue. 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, 2008 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | DTS | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
