2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1248 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
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 (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
Model | CTS | 7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |