2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 3 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 3,983 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Territory weights approximately 95 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.
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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2006 Ford Territory 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. 2006 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Territory |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
