2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 328 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (339 Nm @ 280 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | SRX | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 280 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
