1999 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX.
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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | NSX | CTS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |