2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | CTS | Lancer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |