2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2006 Toyota Fortuner were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 382 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (376 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 376 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |