2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | CTS-V | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
