2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DTS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
