2000 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Rezzo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 508 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. 2012 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Rezzo has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Rezzo | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Daewoo | Cadillac |
| Model | Rezzo | CTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
