2012 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V. 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, 2012 Honda CR-V, 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda CR-V | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | CR-V | CTS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1645 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
