2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2006 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | CTS | CC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1800 cc |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |