2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Sonata 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 260 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2006 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | CTS | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2343 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
