2011 Cadillac DTS vs. 2001 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 318 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac DTS | 2001 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | DTS | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
