2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 203 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
