2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac DTS would be higher. 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 31 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | DTS | Pilot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |