2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 (275 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 164 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | DTS | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |