2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover LR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover LR2 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | CTS | LR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |