2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | CTS | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |