2011 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 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 9 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 73 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DTS | Highlander |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |