2008 Fiat Ducato 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 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 276 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2011 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. 2011 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
Model | Ducato | CTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |