2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 311 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1395 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
