2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2006 Daihatsu Sirion were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 762 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | CTS | Sirion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |