2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | CTS | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
