2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
