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Cadillac CTS I V 5.7 i V8 (405 Hp)
Overall Rating
Cadillac CTS:
The Cadillac CTS is a luxury car, manufactured and marketed by General Motors from 2003 until 2019 across three generations.
Initially available as a 4-door sedan using the GM Sigma platform, GM offered the second generation CTS in 4-door sedan, 2-door coupe, and 5-door sport wagon, and the third generation as a sedan, using a stretched version of the GM Alpha platform. High performance sedan variants were offered for each generation, as the CTS-V—with wagon and coupe variants offered for the second generation....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Cadillac CTS (I). With 536 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1745 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.6 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Cadillac CTS I was not tested by Euro NCAP. However, it performed reasonably well in contemporary US safety tests (NHTSA, IIHS) for its era, offering a solid safety package for its market.
V 5.7 i V8 (405 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
An earlier iteration of the high-performance 'V' series, this 5.7L V8 delivers identical power and acceleration figures to the 6.0L, offering brutal performance and a thrilling driving experience.
Fuel Economy
As with any high-performance V8, fuel economy is poor. This engine is for performance enthusiasts willing to accept high running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive 'Art and Science' styling stands out
- • Excellent performance from V-series models
- • Comfortable ride quality (non-V models)
- • Rear-wheel-drive dynamics offer engaging handling
- • Good value on the used car market
- • Spacious interior for front occupants
Cons:
- • Interior quality and materials can lag behind German rivals
- • Fuel economy is generally poor, especially on V8 models
- • Some reported reliability issues with electronics and minor components
- • Limited rear legroom compared to some competitors
- • Steering feel can be numb on non-V models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2003 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Cadillac |
| Model: | CTS |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | V 5.7 i V8 (405 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 405 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 71.5 Hp/l [37mm more] |
| Torque: | 536 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LS6 More details about the engine LS6 |
| Engine displacement: | 5665 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 12.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 99 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.3 kg/Hp, 232.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.3 kg/Nm, 307.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1745 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 430 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 360 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4865 mm mm [37mm more] |
| Width: | 1793 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Height: | 1455 mm mm [14mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2880 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1555 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1560 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/45 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.5J X 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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