2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | CTS | CTS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |