2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 TVR Speed 12 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 618 kg more than 2004 TVR Speed 12.
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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2004 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2004 TVR Speed 12 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.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Cadillac | TVR |
Model | CTS | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 791 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |