2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 7 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 119 more horse power than 2013 Ford EDGE. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford EDGE.
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, 2013 Ford EDGE, 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford EDGE. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford EDGE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
