2001 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 37 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. 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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS. 2011 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Pontiac | Cadillac |
| Model | Trans Am | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
