1993 Toyota Previa vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 338 kg more than 1993 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Previa | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Previa | CTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
