2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 48 kg more than 2001 Lexus SC.
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 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2001 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | CTS | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
