2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 95 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 112 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |