2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 117 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | DTS | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |