2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Cadillac | TVR |
Model | CTS | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 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 | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |