2006 Lexus IS 250 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
When comparing the 2006 Lexus IS 250's and the 2006 Cadillac CTS's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Lexus IS 250 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2006 Cadillac CTS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Lexus IS 250's and the 2006 Cadillac CTS's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Cadillac CTS is a better car than the 2006 Lexus IS 250.
2006 Lexus IS 250 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS Pricing
A used 2006 Lexus IS 250 ranges from $4,998 to $12,968 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 Lexus IS 250’s base engine makes 204 horsepower, and the 2006 Cadillac CTS base engine makes 210 horsepower. The IS 250 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 Lexus IS 250 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2006 Cadillac CTS. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2006 Cadillac CTS has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2006 Lexus IS 250 has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
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:
4998 - 12968
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2838 - 10674
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.581772
Lexus IS 250 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
Lexus IS 250 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 Lexus IS 250 Trim Levels
Base
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
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:
204 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
185 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 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:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
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 Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
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:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
85.7 cubic feet
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:
3455 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
180.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 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