2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | CTS | STS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |