2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 192 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 968 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |