2009 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS. 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 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lexus | Cadillac |
| Model | GS | CTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 1765 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
