2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 329 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2002 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2002 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac SRX | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | SRX | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |