2000 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 17 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Acura Integra, 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | Integra | CTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
