2003 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 546 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2003 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lada | Cadillac |
| Model | Niva | CTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
