2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DTS | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
