2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Saab 9-7X. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2009 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X 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, 2009 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | CTS | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5999 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
