2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
