2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 203 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, 2012 Ford Taurus, 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Taurus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |