2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 186 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 522 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DTS | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
