2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac CTS would be higher. 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 90 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. 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, 2009 Kia Venga, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | CTS | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
