2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac DTS and 2008 Mazda 6 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 (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 446 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6. 2008 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | DTS | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |