2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1603 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
