2000 Acura EL vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 677 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL, 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura EL | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | EL | CTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2880 mm |
