2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia K2700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia K2700 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | CTS | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
