2006 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 244 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Civic | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |