2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 448 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 (264 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tata |
| Model | CTS | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
