2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 412 kg more than 2013 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Tahoe | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |