2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tata E220 would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 248 kg more than 1996 Tata E220. 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Tata E220. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1996 Tata E220 has manual transmission. 1996 Tata E220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1996 Tata E220 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tata |
| Model | CTS | E220 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
