2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 571 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac CTS 2010 Honda Jazz
Make Cadillac Honda
Model CTS Jazz
Year Released 2002 2010
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3173 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1618 kg 1047 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 42 L


 

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