2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 149 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 Daihatsu YRV 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | DTS | YRV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
