2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | CTS | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |