2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 281 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | CTS | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |