2008 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 641 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Edge | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
