2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 721 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | MR2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 176 Nm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 87 L |