2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 6 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 77 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2008 Lexus GS (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | CTS | GS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 71 L |
