2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Atos 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 117 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 795 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos. 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, 1998 Hyundai Atos, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | CTS | Atos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
