2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki EV Sport would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 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 (300 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport has automatic transmission and 2008 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | CTS | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
