2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
| Model | Terracan | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
