2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac CTS and 2009 Hyundai Grandeur were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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 Hyundai Grandeur, 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 (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Hyundai Grandeur | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | CTS | Grandeur |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |