2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota

To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota.

Because 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac DTS 2010 Dodge Dakota
Make Cadillac Dodge
Model DTS Dakota
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 17 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 83 L


 

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