2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1048 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.
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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | CTS | NV |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2156 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |