2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 348 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2.
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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | GT2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |