2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 82 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2009 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | CTS | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
