2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. Both 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2005 Cadillac CTS are equipped with a 2,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 179 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 2005 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | CTS | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
