2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac CTS and 2009 Chevrolet Aveo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
