2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 255 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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
