2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 576 kg more than 2003 McLaren F1.
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 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Cadillac | McLaren |
Model | CTS | F1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 6062 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |