2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 94 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | CTS | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
