2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Ford GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | GT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 679 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |