2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 and 2006 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (90 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 371 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4, 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4. 2006 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Citroen C4 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
Model | C4 | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |