2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac CTS and 2004 Suzuki XL7 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | CTS | XL7 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |