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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic 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. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2792 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |