2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS 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 69 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 486 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (344 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CTS | Viano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |