2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 925 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DTS | Today |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
