2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2006 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 256 kg more than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | CTS | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |