2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 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 175 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 585 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 141 L |
