2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac DTS and 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 24 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DTS | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |