2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac CTS and 2004 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 102 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 149 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, 2004 Ford Galaxy, 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 Ford Galaxy (326 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
