2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 114 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 403 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (316 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CTS | Viano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 316 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |