2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 232 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
