2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Altima and 2007 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima. 2007 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Altima | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
