2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX 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. Both 2009 Cadillac CTS and 2013 Cadillac SRX are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 304 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 302 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac SRX. 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 (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | CTS | SRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
