2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Freestar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |