2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio

To start off, both 2005 Cadillac CTS and 2005 Honda Mobilio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 342 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 Honda Mobilio, 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (264 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac CTS 2005 Honda Mobilio
Make Cadillac Honda
Model CTS Mobilio
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2786 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 131 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 79 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1592 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2750 mm


 

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