2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac DTS.

Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac DTS 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
Make Cadillac Mercedes-Benz
Model DTS GL
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 382 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 5095 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1839 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 3076 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 100 L


 

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