1999 Holden Astra vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra 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 59 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra, 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Astra | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
