2009 Cadillac CTS 2.6 V6 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6L SFI AWD
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac CTS 2.6 V6 and 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6L SFI AWD were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6L SFI AWD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6L SFI AWD (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS 2.6 V6. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6L SFI AWD should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS 2.6 V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS 2.6 V6 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6L SFI AWD.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6L SFI AWD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS 2.6 V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6L SFI AWD 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 Cadillac CTS 3.6L SFI AWD (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS 2.6 V6. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6L SFI AWD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS 2.6 V6. 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6L SFI AWD has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS 2.6 V6 has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS 2.6 V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6L SFI AWD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS 2.6 V6 | 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6L SFI AWD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | CTS | CTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
