2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | CTS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
