2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3800 cc |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |