2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept 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 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 41 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. 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 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
