2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 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 (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | DTS | Taurus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |