2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 294 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, 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 (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | CTS | Bora |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |