2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (536 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
