2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2001 Honda Civic

To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 883 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 2001 Honda Civic
Make Cadillac Honda
Model V Sixteen Civic
Year Released 2003 2001
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 13600 cc 1672 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 1001 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 1356 Nm 153 Nm
Engine Bore Size 105 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 94.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2270 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5680 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2580 mm


 

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