2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 950 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | Panda | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
