2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 258 kg more than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
