2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 187 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |