2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Malibu | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
