2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac CTS and 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 337 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2009 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | CTS | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1404 mm |