2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna.

Because 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (328 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac CTS 2005 Toyota Sienna
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model CTS Sienna
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 3298 cc
Horse Power 400 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 536 Nm 328 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.6 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 76 L


 

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