2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac CTS and 2005 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 41 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo, 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 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | CTS | Stilo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |