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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 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 372 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 2008 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 2500 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 3598 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 304 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1418 kg
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 Highway 9.1 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 47 L