2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 36 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
