2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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. Both 2005 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Toyota Sequoia are equipped with a 5,663 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |