2006 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 41 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Fusion | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |