2009 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Highlander | DTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
