2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2006 Ford Freestyle were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle. 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 Ford Freestyle, 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 Ford Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (262 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |