2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | CTS | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |