2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1994 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 217 kg more than 1994 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1994 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | CTS | Commodore |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |