2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | CTS | Terrain |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1823 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |