2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 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 89 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Cadillac | Mini |
Model | CTS | Cooper |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |