2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2005 Chrysler 300 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. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | CTS | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
