2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 5 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 165 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, 2008 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2008 Lexus LS 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. 2008 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | CTS | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 84 L |
