2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 124 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | CTS | 350Z |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 358 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |