2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 993 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |