2009 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Safari 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 132 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 164 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Safari | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Tata | Cadillac |
Model | Safari | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |