1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 329 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Corvette | CTS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 179 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 232 Nm |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |