2006 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend, 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 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Legend | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Legend | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |