2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (316 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. 2008 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 169 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
