2003 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 327 kg more than 2003 Acura NSX. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura NSX | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | NSX | CTS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |