2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Porsche 996

To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.

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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac CTS 2001 Porsche 996
Make Cadillac Porsche
Model CTS 996
Year Released 2002 2001
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3179 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 82.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2360 mm


 

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