2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 198 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 89 L |