1999 Acura RL vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Acura RL.
Because 2005 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 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura RL, 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, 1999 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura RL | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RL | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
