2011 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Honda Legend. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 7 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2011 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | Legend |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |