2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 950 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2002 Toyota Yaris, 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 (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
