2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 465 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maybach |
Model | CTS | 57 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2220 mm |