2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
Model | Santa Fe | CTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3173 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |