2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 156 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |