2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 99 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 332 kg more than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DTS | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |