2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 95 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 324 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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 (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
