2011 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607, 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 607. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | CTS | 607 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
