2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2003 Cadillac CTS and 2003 Peugeot 307 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 45 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 132 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 307. 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 Peugeot 307, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (184 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307. 2003 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | CTS | 307 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |