2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 77 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2003 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
