2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 356 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | CR-V | XTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 3564 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
