2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
