2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Camry | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Camry | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |