2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
