2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,972 cc, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 179 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2972 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
