2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 290 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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 Porsche Cayman (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | Cayman |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1304 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2415 mm |