2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac CTS and 2009 Citroen C4 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 126 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (181 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 451 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. 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 Citroen C4, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | CTS | C4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |