2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | CTS | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
