2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2009 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | CTS | Nitro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |