2006 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 38 kg more than 2006 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Canyon | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
