2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac DTS and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (820 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DTS | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 820 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |