2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac DTS and 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 112 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | DTS | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |