2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 441 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 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 (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1177 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
