2000 ZAZ Wagon vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 ZAZ Wagon, 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 ZAZ Wagon | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | ZAZ | Cadillac |
| Model | Wagon | CTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2880 mm |
