2009 Acura TL vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
In comparing the 2009 Acura TL's and the 2009 Cadillac CTS's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Acura TL has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The 2009 Cadillac CTS has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. Based on this comparison of the 2009 Acura TL's and the 2009 Cadillac CTS's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Acura TL is a better car than the 2009 Cadillac CTS.
2009 Acura TL vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS Pricing
A used 2009 Acura TL ranges from $5,992 to $13,979 while a used 2009 Cadillac CTS is priced between $4,900 to $12,995.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2009 Acura TL’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the 2009 Cadillac CTS base engine makes 263 horsepower. The TL is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 481 miles. The CTS is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. This gives the 2009 Acura TL the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2009 Cadillac CTS. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2009 Acura TL has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2009 Cadillac CTS has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2009 Cadillac CTS has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5992 - 13979
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4900 - 12995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.581772
Acura TL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac CTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.19206 / 10
Reliability:
7.976181 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TL Rankings
Not yet available
Cadillac CTS Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2009 Acura TL Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Tech, SH-AWD w/Tech w/HPT, w/Tech
2009 Cadillac CTS Trim Levels
3.6L DI, 3.6L V6
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
263 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
253 foot-lbs @ 3100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
333 / 481 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 25 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3699 lbs
Width:
74 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
195.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3861 lbs
Width:
72.5 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
191.6 inches
Wheelbase:
113.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17