2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 121 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | STS | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |