2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 512 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | CTS | iOn |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
