2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha 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 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
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) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | DTS | Piranha |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
