2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2005 Citroen C8, 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | CTS | C8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |