2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 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 116 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2012 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | CTS | CC |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |