2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element 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 119 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DTS | Element |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
