2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | DTS | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1991 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |