2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Gol 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 171 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 723 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Gol has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Gol 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 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | CTS | Gol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
