2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 92 L |