2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Suburban. (455 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1999 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | CTS | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 7400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3350 mm |
