2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius 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 (343 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | CTS | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
