2007 TVR Sagaris vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 TVR Sagaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 TVR Sagaris would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (318 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 548 kg more than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 2012 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2007 TVR Sagaris has manual transmission. 2007 TVR Sagaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 TVR Sagaris | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | TVR | Cadillac |
| Model | Sagaris | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
