2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 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 8 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DTS | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
