2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34. 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 (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ginetta |
| Model | CTS | G34 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1050 mm |
