2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry, 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 (264 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac CTS 2008 Toyota Camry
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model CTS Camry
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2786 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 218 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1592 kg 1352 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.9 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 70 L