2006 GMC Savana 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 Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 719 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Savana | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
