2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 151 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
Model | Crossfire | CTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 83.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |