2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 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 50 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 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 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
| Model | CTS | 7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1137 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 10750 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |
