2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Daihatsu Sirion were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 898 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion, 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 (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion 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. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | CTS | Sirion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |