2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 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 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 263 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 911 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3587 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
