2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac STS 2008 Cadillac CTS
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model STS CTS
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3563 cc 3598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 304 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1782 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 68 L


 

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