2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 3 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 441 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2012 GMC Savana 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. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | CTS | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |