2005 Marcos TS vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TS would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. 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-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TS | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Marcos | Cadillac |
Model | TS | CTS-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2880 mm |