2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | CTS | LR2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 317 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |