2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
