2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 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 75 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | Cayman |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |