2005 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Crown. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Crown. (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Crown | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Crown | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |