2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Lexus LS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | CTS | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 493 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |