2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 65 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
