2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Ducato and 2008 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 272 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato, 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 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2008 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | Ducato | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4040 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
