2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Pacifica 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 (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 378 kg more than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
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) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (332 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | DTS | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
