2011 Cadillac DTS vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla 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 (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 648 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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 (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac DTS | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DTS | Corolla |
Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |