2011 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 321 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Accord | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Accord | CTS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
