2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Navara.
Because 2010 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2010 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Navara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
