2008 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 398 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Terracan | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
| Model | Terracan | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
