2009 Seat Altea vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 513 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Altea | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Seat | Cadillac |
Model | Altea | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |