1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1987 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 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 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Visa, 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa. 2006 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Citroen Visa 2006 Cadillac CTS
Make Citroen Cadillac
Model Visa CTS
Year Released 1987 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 342 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 124 km/hour 236 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 1746 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 66 L


 

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