1997 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 790 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Sentra | CTS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
