2008 Toyota Aygo 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 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Aygo 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 489 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 653 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Aygo | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Aygo | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
