2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica 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 141 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 497 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
