2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 238 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Baja | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
Model | Baja | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |