2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RSX would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 596 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac DTS | 2003 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | DTS | RSX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
