2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 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. Both 2003 Cadillac CTS and 2005 Cadillac CTS are equipped with a 2,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 179 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 168 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS.

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 (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac CTS 2005 Cadillac CTS
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model CTS CTS
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2597 cc 2597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.3 mm 83.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 79.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1788 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 68 L


 

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