2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS-V 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 124 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Honda 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS-V | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |