2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 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 9 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 304 kg more than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2008 Honda Pilot, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot. 2008 Honda Pilot 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. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 77 L |
