2001 Acura TL 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 TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
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 TL, 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 TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TL | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
