2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 187 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Pilot, 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 2010 Honda Pilot 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. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | Pilot |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |