2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 335 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS-V.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Land Cruiser | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 6200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 141 L | 68 L |
