2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | DB9 | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |