2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Qashqai, 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
