2002 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 53 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
| Model | Aurora | CTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
