2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac CTS and 2004 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 840 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 106. 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, 2004 Peugeot 106, 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 (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | CTS | 106 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1122 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |