2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 850 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 940 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 180 L |