2009 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | MDX | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |