2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avalon (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 107 kg more than 2004 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2005 Cadillac CTS 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 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2004 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 2004 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2005 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2005 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Avalon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |