2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac CTS and 2005 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 607 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607, 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 2005 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2005 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2005 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | CTS | 607 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |