2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | CTS | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1709 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
