2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 637 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (233 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Civic | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 233 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |