2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 396 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
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 Volkswagen Multivan, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | CTS | Multivan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |