2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Because 2002 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | CTS | Quest |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |