2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (204 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
