2005 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda NSX 2010 Cadillac CTS
Make Honda Cadillac
Model NSX CTS
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 5700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1756 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4867 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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