2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | CTS | 993 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
