2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Patriot would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jeep | Cadillac |
| Model | Patriot | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1610 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
