2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Lada 111
To start off, both 2003 Cadillac CTS and 2003 Lada 111 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 103 more horse power than 2003 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 Lada 111. 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, 2003 Lada 111, 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 (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Lada 111 | |
Make | Cadillac | Lada |
Model | CTS | 111 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |