2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo.
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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DTS | Echo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
