2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, both 2010 Cadillac DTS and 2010 Hyundai Genesis were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2010 Cadillac DTS and 2010 Hyundai Genesis are equipped with a 4,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (368 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 2 kg more than 2010 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Genesis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Hyundai Genesis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Genesis (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac DTS | 2010 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | DTS | Genesis |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4976 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |