2008 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 462 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Accord | DTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 275 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |