2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 547 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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 (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | CTS | Terios |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 46 L |
