2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva 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 131 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Lada Niva | |
Make | Cadillac | Lada |
Model | CTS | Niva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |