2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 457 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
