2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 523 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | CTS | Savana |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |