2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | CTS | Elise |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |