2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 284 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Envoy | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
