2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. 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 136 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 640 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 15.2 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 | 1790 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
