2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 134 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
