2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Tundra | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
