2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2007 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2007 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
