2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 23 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 224 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
