2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 492 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
