2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 212 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | CTS | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
