2004 Rover 75 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Rover 75.
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, 2004 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Rover | Cadillac |
| Model | 75 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
