2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 247 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CTS | Viano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |