2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac DTS 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 2 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 532 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DTS | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
