2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
