2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac CTS and 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 193 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 579 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | CTS | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1209 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |