2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 900 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI. 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 (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Cadillac | Westfield |
Model | CTS | ZEI |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |