2007 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 2009 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | MDX | DTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |