2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will offer significantly more control. 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 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
Model | Veracruz | CTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |