2008 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Acadia would be higher. Both 2008 GMC Acadia and 2011 Cadillac CTS are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | GMC | Cadillac |
Model | Acadia | CTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |