2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1216 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Caterham | Cadillac |
| Model | 21 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
