2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2002 Cadillac CTS and 2002 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 76 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 472 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. 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, 2002 Peugeot 206, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | CTS | 206 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |