2001 Acura RL vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL, 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RL | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
