2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac DTS and 2009 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 670 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2009 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | DTS | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
