2011 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | CTS | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
