2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS. 2009 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DTS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
