2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac DTS and 2007 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DTS | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
