2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
