2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester.

Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac DTS 2005 Subaru Forester
Make Cadillac Subaru
Model DTS Forester
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4563 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 292 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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