2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT 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, 2013 Lincoln MKT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 638 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lincoln MKT (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | CTS | MKT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
