2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 92 kg more than 2003 Holden UTE. 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 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Holden UTE | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | CTS | UTE |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |