2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Ford Territory
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Ford Territory were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc, 2008 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Territory weights approximately 456 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Territory. 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2008 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Territory |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
