2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | DTS | Lumina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 471 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2940 mm |