2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac CTS and 2007 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8, 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8. 2007 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2007 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | CTS | C8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |