2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
