2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 5 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 105 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Escape 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 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DTS | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
