2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2005 Cadillac DTS and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307.

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, 2005 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac DTS 2005 Peugeot 307
Make Cadillac Peugeot
Model DTS 307
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 287 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2710 mm


 

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