2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 3 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 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3518 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
