Acura RL vs Cadillac DTS
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Cadillac DTS
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 | $46,680 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $11,990 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $11,990 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $11,990 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 18 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 275 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.7 L | 4.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 18.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 4,009 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 115.6 in (best) |
| Length | 195.7 in | 207.6 in (best) |
| Width | 72.7 in | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 57.2 in | 57.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | 2 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | Cadillac DTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $46,680 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | Luxury $51,925 MSRP |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | Premium $54,825 MSRP |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | Platinum $59,875 MSRP |
Live inventory
Acura RL vs Cadillac DTS FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2011 Cadillac DTS on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Cadillac DTS starts lower at $46,680. Live Cadillac DTS listings start at $11,990.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- The 2011 Cadillac DTS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (46,680).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2012 Acura RL or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- The 2011 Cadillac DTS leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).