2008 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 142 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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 Acura RDX (353 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RDX | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
