2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2005 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2005 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Titan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
