2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic

To start off, both 2007 Cadillac CTS and 2007 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic.

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 Renault Grand Scenic, 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 (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac CTS 2007 Renault Grand Scenic
Make Cadillac Renault
Model CTS Grand Scenic
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2801 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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