2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 388 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | DTS | 207 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
