2006 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 93 kg more than 2006 Lexus LS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus LS. 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 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LS | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lexus | Cadillac |
| Model | LS | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 68 L |
