2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 911 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
