2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro

To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 133 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.

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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro 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. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac CTS 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
Make Cadillac Vauxhall
Model CTS Monaro
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2597 cc 5665 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 179 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 465 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1788 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2800 mm


 

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