2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
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 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | CTS | Viper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 8357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |