2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS

To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Golf and 2008 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 506 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Cadillac CTS 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 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Volkswagen Golf 2008 Cadillac CTS
Make Volkswagen Cadillac
Model Golf CTS
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3175 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 195 km/hour 233 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.4 seconds 7.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 11 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 68 L


 

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