2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 2 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 (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 409 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. 2010 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTD has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DTS | GTD |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
