2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac DTS and 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 29 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | DTS | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |