2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS-V 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-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima, 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-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS-V | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
