2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore.
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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | CTS | Commodore |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |