2004 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 9 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 677 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Civic | XTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 358 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |