2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 407 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2009 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Soul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | CTS | Soul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
