2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 285 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | CTS | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1982 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
