2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Nautilus 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 101 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | DTS | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2960 mm |
