2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 3 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, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 217 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura RL 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, 2012 Acura RL 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2012 Acura RL | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | DTS | RL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |