2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (161 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2009 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 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008, 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | CTS | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2735 mm |
