2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 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 96 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 544 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | CTS | 207 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| 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 | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
