2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2001 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Stratus 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 75 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2001 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DTS | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 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 | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
