2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 46 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | CTS | Berlina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |