2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 911 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
