2012 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 294 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V.

Because 2006 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Honda CR-V 2006 Cadillac CTS
Make Honda Cadillac
Model CR-V CTS
Year Released 2012 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 2597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 184 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type 5-speed automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1794 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1819 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1645 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 68 L


 

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