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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 146 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 270 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 (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 125 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 | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 97 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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2415 mm |