2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Suzuki Liana 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 74 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Suzuki Liana, 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 (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | CTS | Liana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |