2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |