2010 Peugeot 408 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2010 Peugeot 408 and 2010 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408, 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Peugeot 408 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Peugeot | Cadillac |
| Model | 408 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
