2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Chrysler 300

To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac CTS 2004 Chrysler 300
Make Cadillac Chrysler
Model CTS 300
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5664 cc 2736 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 536 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 68 L


 

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