2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 755 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | CTS | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 104 L |
