2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Because 2005 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 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20, 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (264 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | CTS | i20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
