2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio 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 77 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 693 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | Palio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
