2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2008 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | CTS | Navigator |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 127 L |