2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Xedos |
| Model | CTS | 9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
