2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Peugeot 107

To start off, both 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2006 Peugeot 107 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 925 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 107. 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 Peugeot 107, 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 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 107.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac CTS 2006 Peugeot 107
Make Cadillac Peugeot
Model CTS 107
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3173 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 238 km/hour 157 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 13.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 35 L


 

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