2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 182 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | CR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |