2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 1 more horse power than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
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 (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | DTS | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
