2003 Audi TT vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2003 Audi TT and 2003 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Audi TT. (237 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi TT. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | TT | CTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
