2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 31 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DTS | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |