2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1996 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 252 kg more than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1996 Nissan President 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 1996 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 1996 Nissan President | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DTS | President |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3040 mm |