2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 264 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | CTS | Xterra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |