2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Pilot | CTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |