2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 2013 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 2013 Subaru Forester. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | CTS | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2615 mm |
