2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Lexus IS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | CTS | IS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |