2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 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 49 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 620 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
