2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 153 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | DTS | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |