2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 MCC ForTwo

To start off, both 2003 Cadillac CTS and 2003 MCC ForTwo 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 203 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 945 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. 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 (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac CTS 2003 MCC ForTwo
Make Cadillac MCC
Model CTS ForTwo
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3563 cc 698 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 730 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 1810 mm


 

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