2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Nissan 350Z. 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 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | CTS | 350Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |