2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Maserati Coupe.
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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Coupe | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
| Model | Coupe | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
