2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2006 Toyota Corolla and 2006 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 642 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Corolla | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3173 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |