2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 749 kg more than 2006 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DTS | Armada |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |