2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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 Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Escalade | DTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2936 mm |
