2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila 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 197 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila.
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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | DTS | Agila |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
