2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DTS | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
