2011 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS. 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | DTS | BLS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
