2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2008 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hummer |
| Model | CTS | H2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 121 L |
