2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 282 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac CTS 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model CTS Land Cruiser
Year Released 2002 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3173 cc 3993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 246 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 95 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1618 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 87 L


 

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