2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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. 2011 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac CTS | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | CTS | Actyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 259 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |