2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 4 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 24 kg more 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, 2007 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | CTS | 407 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
