2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 2 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 661 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, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Edge |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |