2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 448 kg more than 1999 Toyota Venture. 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, 1999 Toyota Venture, 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 (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Venture |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
