2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Because 2012 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Evora. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | DTS | Evora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
