2003 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 879 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Jimny | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Suzuki | Cadillac |
| Model | Jimny | CTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
