2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS would be higher. 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 173 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 610 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. 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, 2010 Daihatsu Materia, 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 (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | CTS | Materia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |