2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 6 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 55 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 27 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos, 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 (343 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac CTS 2011 Volkswagen Eos
Make Cadillac Volkswagen
Model CTS Eos
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 280 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1592 kg 1619 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4409 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1791 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1443 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L


 

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