2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
