2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
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 (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | DTS | Galant |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |