CTS vs TL

[TX_SS]

currently im looking to buy a 2004 CTS or 2004 ACURA TL...... but i just cant make up my mind...i like the look on CTS but $37500 for full loaded CTS(white) vs Fully LOADED $33000 TL(white) i think TL is better all around package...... and it also have more HP....and i believe itz faster... 0-60mph or 1/4 mile.... what do you guys think???

[fastball]

I'm in the same predicament you are, only I'm looking at the six speed version of either. But I think I am going with the CTS for it's rear wheel drive ballance and more striking design. I've driven the automatic version of both, and I think the CTS feels tighter and more sure footed when cornering.

The TL is a very, very nice car, though. Tought to pass that Honda reliability. It's not so tough to pass on the 700.00 timming belt change every 80k (CTS uses a chain which never needs to be replaced)

[caddieboy]

Originally Posted by TX_SS

currently im looking to buy a 2004 CTS or 2004 ACURA TL...... but i just cant make up my mind...i like the look on CTS but $37500 for full loaded CTS(white) vs Fully LOADED $33000 TL(white) i think TL is better all around package...... and it also have more HP....and i believe itz faster... 0-60mph or 1/4 mile.... what do you guys think???

A difference of $4500 isn't that much when it comes to what you really want. Factor it over 4 years and you're looking at $100/month or 3 bucks a day. Would you pay $3 a day for the feeling you get when you see your car and love the styling? Would you enjoy the head turning glances you get and compliments you receive? Not everyone really cares how other feel, but I know I feel good when I get people looking at the rims of my 87 Brougham.

I think a test drive of both should be up front and centre. TL is front wheel drive so steering will feel different. Not better or worse, but probably different. This also means that the circle you can drive in the CTS is quite a bit smaller because of its rear-wheel drive.

Good luck!

[Msilva954]

If you dont care about FWD or RWD....I say get the TL...I myself think it is a better looking car and one that is better all around......I also feel some people make a big deal with the FWD RWD debate.....I once always choose RWD.....but for an everyday driving car that you want to feel comfortable in and be able to handle pretty well in the city FWD should suit anyone best..........but this is coming from someone who wants to have a Ford Diesel in a city..

[EmersonP123]

One thing, it sounds better to say "I drive a Cadillac" than "I drive an Acura".

[Msilva954]

True

[Vesicant]

Torque steer is also an issue with the TL. I hear its worse with the manual... but better with the automatic.

You'll love the stabillity you get with a RWD car, that you cant get with a FWD.

[gothicaleigh]

Motor Trend recently did a comparison of the CTS vs the TL (and the Saab 9-3 and Infiniti G35). The CTS came in second and the TL in third. They didn't have very nice things to say about the TL aside from it's looks. The CTS was just the opposite, they raved about everything and only held it back because of it's polarizing looks.
You may want to read what they had to say:
http://motortrend.com/roadtests/seda...ans/index.html

[TX_SS]

I JUST PICKED UP THE NEW 2004 CTS..1sc package...and ITZ WHITE...tan leather...so far..i love it...... lot better the TL....it feels faster....plus everyone looks at me....hahahahhaah not sure thatz a bad thing or not...maybe cuz im only 21... anyhow...when should i do my first oil changeE?? and what oil?? synthetic okay?? what about the GAS?? preimum or regular?? soorry im very excited.... :coolgleam

[Jesda]

CONGRATS! Gotta share some photos now. Start a new thread so we can share the love.

Man, I love the CTS. It always catches my eye -- artfully designed without looking wimpy. Do your first oil change at 500 miles, then the next at 1500 miles, then the remainder every 3000 milles/3 months.

The factory might say 6-10k, 4-7 months, but I think thats crazy, and theyre in the business of selling new cars.

-Jesda