2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac DTS and 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 128 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DTS | Viano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |