2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac CTS and 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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 81 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 835 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | CTS | Ignis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |