2002 Dodge Razor vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Razor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Razor would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor.

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, 2002 Dodge Razor (312 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Razor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2003 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Razor has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Razor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Dodge Razor 2003 Cadillac CTS
Make Dodge Cadillac
Model Razor CTS
Year Released 2002 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 2597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 251 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 245 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1135 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 64 L


 

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