2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 828 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
