2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 671 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica, 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
