2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2004 Rover 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Rover 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | DTS | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
