2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 928 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 2004 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Cadillac |
| Model | Discovery | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
