2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 197 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.
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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | CTS | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
