2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
