2009 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 23 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Cayman | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
Model | Cayman | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3385 cc | 3600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |