2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 527 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 2009 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | CTS | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
