2006 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln LS. (239 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Lincoln LS. 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2006 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln LS | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
| Model | LS | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
