2010 Peugeot 408 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 408 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Peugeot | Cadillac |
| Model | 408 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
