2000 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 28 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lexus | Cadillac |
| Model | GS | CTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
