2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | X-Trail | CTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
