2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 544 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Altima | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Altima | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2505 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.7 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
