2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 804 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac CTS-V 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 2011 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Civic | CTS-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 746 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |