2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Hilux |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |