2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 846 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. 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 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Pod |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |