2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Viper | CTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8355 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |