2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | CTS | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
