2008 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus IS would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Lexus | Cadillac |
| Model | IS | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
