2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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 88 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 452 kg more than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1998 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Cadillac DTS | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | DTS | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |