2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 294 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.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac DTS | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | DTS | Acadia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |