2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 6 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari FF weights approximately 198 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF 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, 2012 Ferrari FF 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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS | FF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1379 mm |
