2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
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 Lancia Thesis, 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 Cadillac CTS (264 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | CTS | Thesis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |