2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 3 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, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR3 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, 2011 Land Rover LR3 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac DTS | 2011 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | DTS | LR3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |