2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | CTS | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |
