2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 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 (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DTS | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| 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 | 271 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1971 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
