2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Cadillac DTS

To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Cadillac DTS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3.

Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW X3 2007 Cadillac DTS
Make BMW Cadillac
Model X3 DTS
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2940 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 68 L


 

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