2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Holden UTE. 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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Holden UTE | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | CTS | UTE |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |