2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 584 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2009 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2001 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2001 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
Model | CTS | Guara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |