2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Proton Satria
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Proton Satria would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 589 kg more than 2008 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Proton Satria, 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Cadillac | Proton |
| Model | CTS | Satria |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
