2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 8 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 319 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 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
