2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 4 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | CTS | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
