2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2006 Ford F-250 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 114 L |