2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Cadillac Catera

To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.

Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Catera. 2004 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2008 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac CTS 2004 Cadillac Catera
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model CTS Catera
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 2962 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.7 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2940 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 14.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 68 L


 

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