1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Sportut | CTS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
