2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Toyota MR2 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 527 kg more than 2008 Toyota MR2. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | MR2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |