2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 22 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 361 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.

Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota 4Runner.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac DTS 2011 Toyota 4Runner
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model DTS 4Runner
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 292 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1996 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4823 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1816 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2789 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 87 L


 

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