Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
Model | Cadillac DTS | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 275 hp@5200 292 lb-ft@4400 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.6 in | 106.3 in | 9.3 in |
Length | 207.6 in | 178.7 in | 28.9 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 72.8 in | 2 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 74.9 in | -17.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4009 lb. | 4165 lb. | -156 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.9 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.0 in | 58.3 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.9 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.4 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.3 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.2 in | 58.3 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 46.1 in | 9.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.0 in | 34.4 in | 7.6 in |
Total Legroom | 84.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 7.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.8 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -16.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.8 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -46.9 ft3 |
2007 Cadillac DTS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic FWD |
Keeps you in the seat in the turns and feels like a la-z-boy! see full Cadillac DTS review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic FWD |
My two teenage daughters can take a 6 hour car trip and not be in each others space. see full Cadillac DTS review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |