2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2013 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 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | 300 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
