2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG TF would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 472 kg more than 2002 MG TF. 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 (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | CTS | TF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
