2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 9 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 121 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 282 kg more than 2011 Lancia Musa. 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, 2011 Lancia Musa, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | CTS | Musa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
