2006 Acura TL vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
When comparing the 2006 Acura TL's and the 2006 Cadillac CTS's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Acura TL has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2006 Cadillac CTS has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Acura TL's and the 2006 Cadillac CTS's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Acura TL is a better car than the 2006 Cadillac CTS.
2006 Acura TL vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS Pricing
A used 2006 Acura TL ranges from $3,858 to $11,438 while a used 2006 Cadillac CTS is priced between $2,838 to $10,674.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Acura TL’s base engine makes 258 horsepower, and the 2006 Cadillac CTS base engine makes 210 horsepower. The TL is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 442 miles. The CTS is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 425 miles. This gives the 2006 Acura TL the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2006 Cadillac CTS. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2006 Cadillac CTS has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3858 - 11438
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2838 - 10674
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.581772
Acura TL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac CTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.19206 / 10
Reliability:
7.976181 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TL Rankings
Not yet available
Cadillac CTS Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2006 Acura TL Trim Levels
Base, w/HPT, w/HPT w/Navi, w/Navi
2006 Cadillac CTS Trim Levels
Base, Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
258 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
233 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
194 foot-lbs @ 3300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 442 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 25 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
255 / 425 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3580 lbs
Width:
72.2 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
189.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3509 lbs
Width:
70.6 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
190.1 inches
Wheelbase:
113.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R16