2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 203 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Xedos |
| Model | CTS | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
