2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 473 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-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 HR-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 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V. 2008 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
