2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2003 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | CTS | 407 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
