2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 271 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1930 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
