2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA 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 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 112 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | CTS | LFA |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4805 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4505 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2605 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |