2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 142 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 377 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Pathfinder | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
