2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 255 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |