2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, both 2003 Cadillac CTS and 2003 Lada 2123 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 175 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
Make | Cadillac | Lada |
Model | CTS | 2123 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |