2002 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 308 kg more than 2002 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Regal | CTS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1868 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |