2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS-V | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |