2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Opel Zafira

To start off, both 2007 Cadillac DTS and 2007 Opel Zafira 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) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira.

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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac DTS 2007 Opel Zafira
Make Cadillac Opel
Model DTS Zafira
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 2198 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
Torque 400 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 58 L


 

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