2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Colorado | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
