2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1995 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. 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 Hyundai Marcia, 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1995 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | CTS | Marcia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |