2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2010 GMC Savana 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. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | CTS | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |