2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 31 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV.
Because 2012 Nissan NV 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 Nissan NV. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DTS | NV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
