2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 657 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DTS | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |
