2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 639 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | CTS | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 129 L |
