2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Rover 200. 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, 1999 Rover 200, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | CTS | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
