2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | CTS | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |