2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 4 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 124 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 2008 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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.
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2008 Cadillac DTS | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | DTS | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |