2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac CTS 2007 Honda Pilot
Make Cadillac Honda
Model CTS Pilot
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2597 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.3 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1788 kg 2016 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 77 L


 

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