2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 867 kg more than 1993 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1993 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Cadillac | Westfield |
| Model | CTS | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
