2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | CTS | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 274 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |