2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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 (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | CTS | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
