2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac CTS and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |