2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 346 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | CTS | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |