2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 2 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
