2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Monaro weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2004 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | CTS | Monaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |