2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Skoda Roomster

To start off, both 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2006 Skoda Roomster were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Roomster.

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 Skoda Roomster, 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 (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Roomster. (153 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Roomster.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac CTS 2006 Skoda Roomster
Make Cadillac Skoda
Model CTS Roomster
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 1598 cc
Horse Power 400 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 536 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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