2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 282 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2008 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DTS | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
