2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 183 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2004 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 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | CTS | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 202 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |