2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 271 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Forester | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
