2011 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Cadillac DTS 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 90 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 660 kg more than 2011 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2011 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac DTS | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | DTS | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
