2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 303 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Armada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
