2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 911 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
