2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Because 2007 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 2007 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo, 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
