2003 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 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), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 558 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 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva. 2013 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lada | Cadillac |
| Model | Niva | CTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
