2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Juke |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
