2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 347 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | CTS | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |