2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1132 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
Model | CTS | 7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |