2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS 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 78 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 602 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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 (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500. 2013 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2005 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2005 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
