2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL 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 16 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL.

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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac DTS 2002 Acura CL
Make Cadillac Acura
Model DTS CL
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L


 

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