2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac CTS and 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | CTS | Outlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |