2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM5. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Samsung |
Model | CTS | SM5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |