2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac DTS and 2007 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | DTS | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |