2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 880 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | CTS | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |