1997 Honda Today vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 910 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 2003 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Today | CTS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
