2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 3 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 60 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | MR2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |