2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 529 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Tahoe | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |