2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 989 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 2010 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maybach |
Model | CTS | 57 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |