2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 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 111 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | CTS | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
