2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac DTS 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model DTS Land Cruiser
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 3389 cc
Horse Power 275 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 431 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1630 kg
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 48 L


 

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