2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2006 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 779 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris, 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 (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Yaris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |