2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 7 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Xedos |
| Model | CTS | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
