2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG TF would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 MG TF. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | CTS | TF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
