2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 286 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Spider | CTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
