2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 (400 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | DTS | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
| 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 | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
