2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | CTS | 370Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3697 cc |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |