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2009 Cadillac CTS-V - Specifications

MSRP: $58,575 See Local Classifieds
 
4 Door Sedan Performance Specs
MSRP For This Trim: $58,575
Engine
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 551 @ 3800
Engine Type Gas V8
Engine Order Code LSA
Fuel System NA
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 556 @ 6100
Displacement 6.2L/376
Transmission
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.67
Trans Description Cont. Manual
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.00
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.53
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.79
Trans Order Code MN6
Clutch Size (in) - TBD -
Trans Description Cont. Again NA
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.15
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.15
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 4.15
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.33
Trans Type 6
Brakes
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.4 x 1.02
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) NA
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.4 x 1.26
Brake ABS System Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Brake Type Pwr
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) NA
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Steering
Steering Type Pwr
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 57.1
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 2.8
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 19.1
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) - TBD -
Tires
Front Tire Size P255/40YR19
Front Tire Order Code Q42
Spare Tire Size NA
Rear Tire Size P285/35YR19
Rear Tire Order Code Q42
Spare Tire Order Code NA
Wheels
Spare Wheel Size (in) NA
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Size (in) 19 x 9.5
Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material NA
Front Wheel Size (in) 19 x 9
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) Sport
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Sport
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) 0.75
Suspension Type - Rear Independent
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) 1.3

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The 2009 Cadillac CTS-V comes very close in overall size to the BMW M5, the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG, and the Audi S6, but with a lower price than the E63, it competes more closely with the C63 AMG.

The Audi S6 is about the same size and weight as the CTS-V, and it has standard all-wheel drive; however, its 5.2-liter V-10 engine makes only 435 horsepower and far less usable torque than the CTS-V's supercharged V-8.

The C63 AMG's driving feel is similar to that of the CTS-V—hefty on the road, but surprisingly crisp and responsive on the track—and despite its somewhat lighter weight, it makes do with about 100 less hp and, thus, isn't as fast.

The BMW M5 can get to 60 mph in about the same time as the CTS-V, by some accounts, and it comes with an impressive (or intimidating) set of electronic controls as part of M Drive, though its sticker price starts at around $85,000, about $25,000 more than the CTS-V.

The limited-production Lexus IS-F is another new competitor, with a 416-horsepower V-8, rear-wheel drive, and some serious track credentials, but the IS-F strikes out on one count: With no manual transmission, it's still a poseur to hard-core performance nuts.

 
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