2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 341 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.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | CTS | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
