2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude 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 60 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 752 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude. 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, 2001 Honda Prelude, 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | Prelude |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 212 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |