2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac STS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac STS-V would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS-V.
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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. 2009 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac STS-V | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | STS-V | CTS-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |