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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
