2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Kia Picanto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 817 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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 Kia Picanto, 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | CTS | Picanto |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 536 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |