2007 Jeep Compass vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Compass 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 90 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 156 kg more than 2007 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass, 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jeep | Cadillac |
| Model | Compass | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
