1996 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 825 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
| Model | Caddy | CTS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1473 mm |
