2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest 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 2005 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 2005 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DTS | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3507 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 | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
