2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 859 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | CTS | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5842 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
