2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 255 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | DTS | Passat |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |