2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 729 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Accord | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |