2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tata |
| Model | CTS | Nano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
