2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey 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 54 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 321 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | DTS | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3010 mm |