2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
