2006 Toyota Avalon vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avalon | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Avalon | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
