2007 Acura TL vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | TL | CTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |