2006 Volkswagen Pickup vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
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 Volkswagen Pickup, 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 (262 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. 2006 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Pickup has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
| Model | Pickup | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
