2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac DTS 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 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 87 kg more than 2010 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DTS | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 Weight | 1635 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
