2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 10 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 134 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | CTS-V | RX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
