2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 2 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 2,801 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 230 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, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
Model | CTS | I-280 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2801 cc |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |