2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer 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 (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DTS | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
