2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 166 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | CTS | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |