2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 217 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | DTS | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |