2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2006 MG TF were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 418 kg more than 2006 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2006 MG TF | |
Make | Cadillac | MG |
Model | CTS | TF |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |