2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac DTS and 2008 Renault Clio 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 653 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio. 2008 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | DTS | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1149 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 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 | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
