2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
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 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | CTS | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |