2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 6 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 65 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DTS | Avalon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |