2011 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 176 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 563 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | DTS | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2580 mm |
