2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS-V | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
