2003 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 372 kg more than 2003 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Lexus | Cadillac |
| Model | IS | XTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
