2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 632 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
