1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2007 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 342 kg more than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2007 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Fleetwood | DTS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2940 mm |