2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 422 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | Tata |
Model | CTS | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |