2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
