2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 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 20 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (255 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 188 kg more than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Cadillac | Buick |
Model | DTS | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |