2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac CTS and 2009 Saturn Vue 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 (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. 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 (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
Model | CTS | Vue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |