2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2008 Fiat Linea
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac DTS and 2008 Fiat Linea were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Linea. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Fiat Linea. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Linea. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Linea. 2008 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Linea has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Linea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac DTS | 2008 Fiat Linea | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | DTS | Linea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |