2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 551 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | CTS | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1239 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
