2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 4 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 167 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | CTS | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
