2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 968 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |