2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Spider | CTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
