2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac CTS and 2004 Fiat Barchetta were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 685 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta, 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | CTS | Barchetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |