2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac DTS 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 (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 607 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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 (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3. 2010 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac DTS | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DTS | C3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
