2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Kia Pregio

To start off, both 2007 Cadillac DTS and 2007 Kia Pregio 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 193 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio.

Because 2007 Kia Pregio 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 Kia Pregio. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Pregio 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 Kia Pregio
Make Cadillac Kia
Model DTS Pregio
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 2665 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L


 

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