2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac DTS and 2009 Holden Cruze 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 (292 HP) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Cruze.
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) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Cruze. 2009 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2009 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2009 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | DTS | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2685 mm |
