2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 76 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | CTS | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |