2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit 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 135 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 628 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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, 2001 Honda Fit, 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Fit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
