2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Honda Fit

To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. 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 Honda Fit, 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac CTS 2009 Honda Fit
Make Cadillac Honda
Model CTS Fit
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 16.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 40 L


 

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