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 |