2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 708 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger 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 2007 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DTS | Charger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
