2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2006 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 174 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar S-Type (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 2006 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | CTS | S-Type |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 81.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |