2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Scion xB
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac CTS and 2004 Scion xB 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) has 288 more horse power than 2004 Scion xB. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 635 kg more than 2004 Scion xB. 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 Scion xB, 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) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Scion xB. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Scion xB | |
| Make | Cadillac | Scion |
| Model | CTS | xB |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
