2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Terraza | CTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |