2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 268 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Pathfinder | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
