2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 608 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 Honda HR-V 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 (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
