2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 9 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 54 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | CTS | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |