2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 457 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2895 mm |