2006 Lexus SC vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus SC would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 368 kg more than 2006 Lexus SC. 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-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus SC. (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus SC | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Lexus | Cadillac |
| Model | SC | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
