2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 8 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 639 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | CTS | Savana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |