2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | CTS | Defender |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 93 L |