2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 968 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 2008 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | CTS | Fusca |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |