2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac CTS and 2004 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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 Rover 45, 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 (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | CTS | 45 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |