2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 2000 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 2002 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2002 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2000 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | SSR |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
