2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2005 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (205 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
