2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |